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Lake Washington Institute of Technology lists this Assistant Professor, Nursing Programs opportunity in kirkland, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Annual Renewable Faculty With Possibility Of Converting To Tenure Track
About Our College Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers 12 bachelor's degrees, 42 associate degrees, and 70 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Themes LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources.
JOB SUMMARY: We are looking to hire one full-time Annual Renewable Faculty with the possibility of converting to Tenure Track faculty member based on experience. It offers the opportunity to train and prepare students to enter the nursing profession. Faculty also assist in evaluating and modifying courses when necessary to meet the needs of the changes in industry. The position reports to the Dean of Nursing Programs. The faculty position will teach in a variety of courses to include theory, lab, simulation, and clinical experiences in acute care, long term care, and/or community agencies. The teaching assignments will vary to reflect changes in staffing and enrollment and will include team teaching and sharing responsibility for a class. A portion of the clinical teaching may occur in late afternoon, weekend or evening hours and/or at off-campus locations. In addition to teaching, this position involves advising students, assisting with test construction, developing programs and curricula and participating in college governance, department/division and campus-related professional activities.
Essential Functions
Plan and develop a variety of instructional objectives and experiences appropriate to the Nursing program's goals including appropriate general education requirements for degrees and certificate
Teach a variety of Nursing courses, including related preparation and grading
Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments
Provide individual academic/professional-technical guidance and advising to students
Develop and teach productive and constructive work habits, study skills, and core skills as identified by the college; and model the communication, computation, and human relations skills required for employment in Nursing fields
Develop and teach lessons which foster and support cultural diversity, equity and inclusion
Develop classroom and laboratory procedures, including safety, in accordance with identified local, state, and federal policies and procedures
Maintain appropriate records which indicate student progress and meet college grading requirements
Evaluate student achievement in terms of curricular objectives as related to Nursing knowledge and practice
Follow disciplinary procedures, as prescribed in college policy, and deal consistently a fairly with all students
Design learning experiences for the unique characteristics of individual students Participate in self-improvement activities and staff development in the assigned instructional area and technical field
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of their area, including Nursing competency in areas of responsibility and current clinical competency, and relate specific applications to industry
Develop and maintain industry and/or community support for nursing programs by attending craft and advisory committee meetings and maintaining contact with industry for co-op job placement and follow-up activities
Work with college counselors, special needs faculty, and academic faculty to identify general education learning needs for students in order to meet those needs
Assist in developing, expanding, revising, and updating effective program materials and department goals; evaluate and review program for requirements for outcomes assessments, state and national accreditation
Regular and satisfactory attendance and punctuality; other duties as assigned
Maintain regular office hours
Develop curriculum and develop and assess program and educational outcomes
Perform advising, recruiting, and retention activities
Hold regular meetings of the program advisory committee
Take part in college accreditation, program review, and college committees as specified in the faculty bargained agreement
Perform other professional activities as approved by the director and dean
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
Ability to organize tasks and space
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Basic knowledge of computer programming and software, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and clinical nomenclature
Ability to work independently, problem-solve and make decisions effectively
Ability to work well as a member of a team in demanding college environment
Successful Applicant Will Be Able To:
Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the community college mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate
Equitably teach students of diverse cultural, geographic, and socio-economic backgrounds
Effectively teach and impart excitement and enthusiasm in teaching courses
Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success
Function as a team player
Work successfully with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Demonstrate excellent oral, written and listening communication skills
Provide excellent internal and external customer service
Mentor students, maintain office files, records and complete reports as required
Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff and students as part of an educational team
Display strong organizational and analytical skills
Exhibit reliability and integrity in maintaining assigned work schedules and completing assigned tasks using sound judgment
Follow campus regulations, local, state and federal laws, regulations and ordinances
Appropriately incorporate the use of computer information technology in the delivery of services
Establish and maintain effective working relationship
Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university required
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse
Current license or ability to acquire a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
Recent medical/surgical or specialty nursing clinical experience preferred
Hold or be eligible to obtain a professional-technical certificate to teach in the technical area; valid CPR/First Aid/AHA BLS certificate required
Simulation or CHSE certification is desired
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in nursing education
Supplemental Information
Compensation & Work Schedule Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. This positions ranges from $110,725 - $129,265 per year; salary is for an academic year (173 days) and as may be adjusted according to the faculty bargained agreement. Additional compensation is earned for industry held certifications. Summer quarter employment may be available based on student enrollment. This is a full-time, Annual Renewable position. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day effective upon employment. We also offer 4 paid personal days effective upon employment. Full time, faculty employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/ Conditions of Employment Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks
Worksite address
kirkland, WA, 98034, US
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